1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1958 Rover P5 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Ritmo | P5 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 63 L |